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Sacred Circle
Wendover, Utah

Behavioral Health Therapist

CounselorNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$75k-$86k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 5mo ago

Job Description

Sacred Circle Healthcare is seeking a full-time, Behavioral Health Therapist, for our Wendover, Utah, clinic.

As a heath division of the Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation, we, at Sacred Circle Healthcare, preserve the Goshute heritage of protecting and caring for family and extend the tradition to all marginalized and underserved populations in our area. We refuse to let access, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status restrict someone from receiving complete healthcare.

Interested in joining our team? We are looking for people who are genuine, kind, ambitious, positive, and helpful - exceptional people building on a celebrated heritage who are passionate about delivering uncompromising care - people who make a difference every day no matter what their role or position. If you are looking for a job where the work you do impacts lives for the better every day, you are in the right place!

Job Summary

Improves the mental health of individuals, couples, and families by providing services relating to an individual's mental health or illness.

Reports to: Behavioral Health Manager

Department: Behavioral Health

Business Unit

Sacred Circle Strategy

Patient Care

Yes

Worker Status

Full-time, Salary

Hours Per Week

40

Location: Wendover, Utah

Supervisor Responsibilities

None

Work Schedule

To Be Determined with the availability of 8:00 am – 8:30 pm Monday through Friday. Typically three, 12-hour shifts per week. Evening and weekend work may be required as needed.

Posting Closes

June 1, 2026, or beyond until filled.

Addition Information

Due to the remote location of this position, limited housing accommodations and transportation assistance may be available for employees working in Wendover, Utah, based on operational needs and availability.

The Successful Candidate

  • Conducts intake assessments
  • Provides mental health counseling to children, adults, couples, and groups.
  • Coordinates care of patients with primary care providers regarding psychotropic medication needs.
  • Provides behavioral health interventions related to a variety of needs such as smoking cessation, medication compliance, weight control, etc.
  • Creates case conceptualization based on appropriate diagnosis and best treatment standards.
  • Completes treatment plans and updates them every 6 months or as needed.
  • Completes notes and reports in a timely manner (within 72 hours of visit for notes).
  • Prepares and presents outreach presentations as requested.
  • Participates in the development of mental health programs to further the health of the community we serve as assigned.
  • Participates in community outreach projects conducted by the clinic when assigned or available.
  • Participates in weekly team meeting and other staff meetings as scheduled.
  • Responsible for maintaining licensure.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.
  • Reads, understands, and adheres to all Sacred Circle Health Care Policies and Procedures.
  • Practices and adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values Statements.
  • Other Duties as Assigned

PhD applicants: administers, interprets, and writes up brief ADHD and Neurocognitive assessments.

Minimum Requirements

Education

  • Master’s or PhD in a mental health field.

CERTIFICATION/

License

  • Current Utah license in good standing.
  • CPR certified.

Other

  • Ability to work full-time.
  • Proficiency in electronic record keeping and utility of electronic resources.
  • Ability to maintain proper documentation.

Preferred Requirements

Experience

  • Two (2) or more years of clinical experience.

Other

  • Experience working with the Native American community.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
  • Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
  • Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, ethnicity, and cultures and their history and origins.
  • Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customers and personal services.
  • Skills in interpersonal and group communication.
  • Skills in interviewing and assessment.
  • Ability to translate assessment information into a treatment plan.
  • Ability to work with a culturally diverse patient population and community.
  • Ability to manage stress and crisis situations.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
  • Ability to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies and in-house clinical guidelines.
  • Ability to adhere to timely record documentation schedule.

Additional Information – Join us as we are Redefining Compassionate Healthcare, together!

As group of 6 healthcare clinics, diversity drives our identity. We are proud of our Native American heritage. Whether you are seeking your first job, transitioning back into the workforce, looking to start your career, or grow an existing one, Sacred Circle Healthcare walks with you. We need you for what you can do. We strive for a mix of benefits to help you combine great work with a great life.

  • Competitive pay
  • Healthcare coverage for you and your family
  • Generous PTO, paid holidays and floating holidays to celebrate what is important to you (prorated for part-time employees)
  • License renewal and recertification support
  • CE/CME Support
  • SCHC malpractice coverage, as applicable
  • Student loan repayment options
  • Retirement matching to invest in your future
  • Colleagues that are unparalleled
  • A culture that is second to none

Sacred Circle Healthcare/Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation gives preference

to qualified American Indian/Alaskan Native Applicants

Key Responsibilities

Provide mental health counseling and intake assessments for individuals, couples, and families within a clinic setting. Coordinate patient care with primary providers and develop community outreach programs to improve local mental health.

Requirements

Requires a Master's or PhD in a mental health field and a current Utah license in good standing. CPR certification and proficiency in electronic record keeping are also mandatory.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment planningCrisis managementInterpersonal communicationGroup dynamicsCultural competencyPatient coordination

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% are remote, 28% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Utah is 98.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$81k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $81k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$75k–$86kMental Health Therapy median $75k (middle half $64k–$85k)285 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$81k in purchasing powerUtah index 98.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Utah82 active7,904 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 56% remote · 28% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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  • No weekends
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About Sacred Circle

Hospitals and Health Care
Salt Lake City, Utah
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Healthcare coverage for you and your family
Generous PTO, paid holidays and floating holidays
License renewal and recertification support
CE/CME Support
Malpractice coverage
Student loan repayment options
Retirement matching

Living in Wendover

Median resident rent
$675/mo≈ 11% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
9 min
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.